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SUMMARY

The research of Ritu Banerjee, M.D., Ph.D., focuses on reducing the emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant pathogens through improved surveillance and antimicrobial stewardship in hospital and community settings.

Focus areas

Prevalence of colonization with carbapenemase-resistant Enterobacteriaceae among international patients receiving medical care in the U.S.

Vancomycin trough concentrations in children according to age and weight

Significance to patient care

Infections due to antimicrobial-resistant bacterial pathogens result in significant morbidity, mortality and health care costs. Efforts to enhance infection surveillance and promote judicious use of antimicrobials are essential to prevent further emergence and spread of resistant bacteria and improve patient safety and outcomes.

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